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I live in Burbank, CA and own a 2001 325i automatic. I recently replaced my alternator and not so recently replaced the water pump. I have the cores for both of these items. Where can I take them to get the money for the core or at least give them to a proper disposal facility. Of course I wouldn't feel right in putting them in the rubbish (garbage) and I think I can get some money out of them.

What kind stores sell rebuilt alternators and water pumps?
I don't know... but who ever sell rebuilt parts, might be interested in yours as well... should just talk to them.
Probably not going to get much money but maybe some little, and mainly get rid of them and know they went to right place.

That kind alternators are sold with 80-100€, second hand, got to be worth something if it can be rebuilt.

I plan on cleaning the alternator, but I did some extensive testing and found out that the alternator is good. I still have it. At the most I'll take it apart and check the brushes and voltage regulator. I'll take pictures for you all.

I plan on cleaning the alternator, but I did some extensive testing and found out that the alternator is good. I still have it. At the most I'll take it apart and check the brushes and voltage regulator. I'll take pictures for you all.

Cheers,
William

Put it up for sale on the classifieds on E46Fanatics. Some cash poor college kid will need a cheap replacement sooner or later.

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